Safari Azul: The Perito Moreno Glacier in your hands.

Blue Safari Excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier

The Blue Safari is a low-demand tour departing from El Calafate that offers close-up views of the Perito Moreno Glacier by boat and on foot. It suits visitors seeking an accessible and scenic nature experience.

Highlights

• Boat navigation on the Rico Arm of Lake Argentino with glacier views
• Easy trekking along a 1.5 km nature trail crossing beach, woodland, sand, and stones
• Opportunity to touch the glacier’s southern wall and observe its colors and shapes
• Toast with traditional Calafate liqueur and glacier ice during the boat cruise
• Visit the Los Glaciares National Park walkways for panoramic glacier views

Description

The tour begins with a hotel pick-up in El Calafate and transport to Los Glaciares National Park, accompanied by a bilingual guide. At the Bajo de las Sombras port, you board a boat for a 7 km cruise along the Rico Arm, enjoying framed views of the glacier’s massive ice walls.

After disembarking, you follow an easy 1.5 km hike along a nature trail to the southern wall of Perito Moreno Glacier where you can touch the ice. The trail features a mix of forests, beach, sand, and stones.

Returning by boat, you sail close to the glacier’s southern face, possibly witnessing calving, while enjoying a toast with Calafate liqueur and glacier ice.

Next, you visit the National Park walkways to explore and view the glacier from various vantage points for approximately two hours. The schedule for this visit varies by season and day.

The tour concludes with a return bus trip to El Calafate through the Patagonian steppe.

Includes

• Cruise tour
• Tour guide
• Trekking and hiking guides
• Transfer to the National Park (optional)
• Transfer to the walkways (optional)

Excludes

• National Park entrance ticket
• Meals
• Personal trekking gear

Important Information

• Physical demand: low
• Excursion operates rain or shine and will not be canceled due to weather
• Start time may change for operational reasons; changes will be communicated by email
• Pickup begins at 9:00 AM from El Calafate hotels only
• Guests staying outside the pickup route or in private apartments will be given the nearest meeting point or the sales office at Avenida del Libertador 935

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available for cancellations made up to 24 hours before the tour.

For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, layered clothing, sun protection, and your camera. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during high season.